Topic 8- The Nitrogeon Cycle Flashcards
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What are the three ways of nitrates released into the soil?
A
Bacteria in soil, dead remains and waste substances(excretion)
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What is the importance of nitrogen?
A
It is needed to make proteins.
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How to animals get their nitrogen?
A
By eating plants
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What are body proteins and urea converted to during decomposition?
A
Ammonia
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How do bacteria break down urea?
A
Using the enzyme urease
